Acupuncture is a treatment based on Chinese medicine -- a system of healing that dates back thousands of years. At the core of Chinese medicine is the notion that a type of life force, or energy, known as qi (pronounced "chee") flows through energy pathways (meridians) in the body. Each meridian corresponds to one organ, or group of organs, that governs particular bodily functions. Achieving the proper flow of qi is thought to create health and wellness. Qi maintains the dynamic balance of yin and yang, which are complementary opposites. According to Chinese medicine, everything in nature has both yin and yang. An imbalance of qi (too much, too little, or blocked flow) causes disease. To restore balance to the qi, an acupuncturist inserts needles at points along the meridians. These acupuncture points are places where the energy pathway is close to the surface of the skin.
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Be Careful!:
Unfortunately for the “consumer”, there is minimal regulation involved when it comes to who can perform these procedures and the terminology employed etc. Patients need to do their own due diligence. My best advice would be to seek consultation with board-certified plastic surgeons; ask to see lots of examples of their work and talk to previous patients as well. Best wishes.
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Electronic Stethos:
They are used in the same manner as regular stethoscopes. Electronic stethoscopes, besides being used as a traditional stethoscope, may include wifi technology and interacts with it own app. The doctor can download it easily on his Smartphone and Tablet.
It may amplify the cardiac/respiratory sound, may apply filters to select the cardiac or pulmonary noise, record and display sounds, etc.
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Unfortunately many:
And they all involve smoking tobacco in some form. Obviously, you can buy another one. Or you can decide to not remain addicted to nicotine and do something about it. Smoking cessation programs help a lot, there are a variety of medications, including tapering doses of nicotine replacement therapy. Some people are actually able to do it with e-cigs, esp the ones that allow "dialing down" nicotine.
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It's BTL:
BLT is a Bacon Lettuce Tomato sandwich....
Kidding aside, we do not give such advice on Health Tap Prime however I would be very careful about weight control or fat removal systems!
Hope this helps!
Dr Z
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You may but...:
It is going to be hard to use it only on tendons. Tens unit can be used in pain inputs, and this can be related to muscle, fascia or tendon pain. But you need to know how to use it or have a health care professional to apply it for you.
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No:
This is just a lie that was made up by somebody on the internet. The type of radiation isn't the kind that mutates genes or induces cancer. Even you give rise to radiation. Best wishes.
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I use fitbit:
I've been using fitbit daily for over 2 years. During the day it shows my activity patterns, and allows me to use that feedback to modify the behavior. For example if I have not met my step goal by dinner time a postrprandial walk becomes more attractive. At night, the fitbit can provide useful information regarding quality of sleep. The web software allows for tracking of calorie intake andweight.
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Alpha - Stim:
Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation - doesn't work on 100% of people. I currently use this with a # of my patients. It helps the majority. I test the patient with CES first. If it isn't making a difference - we don't use it. The patients who find it effective really love it. Yes it can help. Take care.
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